1991 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
